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DHL Express to South Africa — prices, delivery times, limits
How to ship a parcel to South Africa via DHL Express. Indicative prices (95 € / 2 kg, 150 € / 5 kg, 245 € / 10 kg), delivery time 1–2 days, weight limit 70 kg, customs rules and best alternatives.
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DHL Express to South Africa — prices, delivery times, limits
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Summary
DHL Express to South Africa: standard delivery 1–2 days, indicative price for up to 5 kg is 150 €, up to 10 kg 245 €. Carrier weight limit is 70 kg. Country is outside the EU — VAT applies from 25 €, customs duty from 25 €.
- Destination
- South Africa
- Carrier
- DHL Express
- Delivery time
- 1–2 days
- Price 2 kg
- 95 €
- Price 5 kg
- 150 €
- Price 10 kg
- 245 €
- Max. weight
- 70 kg
- EU
- No — customs apply
DHL Express price guide
Indicative prices for South Africa
| Weight | Price | Delivery time |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 95 € | 1–2 days |
| 5 kg | 150 € | 1–2 days |
| 10 kg | 245 € | 1–2 days |
| 20 kg | 420 € | 1–2 days |
Prices are indicative, derived from reference rates for South Africa and the carrier's cost profile. Actual cost depends on the carrier's current rates, parcel dimensions and volumetric weight.
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Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of South Africa.
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- check Fastest for non-EU destinations
- check Door-to-door in 72h worldwide
- check Full customs assistance included
Watch out for
- remove Premium price
- remove Not cost-effective for small or low-value parcels
Customs and VAT for South Africa
South Africa has a relatively stable customs system. 15% VAT plus duty by goods category. The personal gift threshold without taxes is 400 ZAR (~€20). Logistics are strong for Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town. Postal services have reliability issues — use DHL Express for important shipments.
Required documents
- description CN22 or CN23 customs declaration (depending on value)
- description Commercial invoice
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